This Rotini with Ratatouille is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Put eggplant in a colander, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the salt and toss to mix. Let drain at least 20 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
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Meanwhile heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges are browned. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate.
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil over high heat.
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Meanwhile heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add eggplant and cook about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Add onions, bell pepper and garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring often, 8 minutes or until soft. Stir in tomatoes, water, remaining salt and pepper. Cook, partially covered, until thickened, about 15 minutes. Stir in zucchini.
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Meanwhile add pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions.
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Drain pasta and put into a warmed large serving bowl. Add eggplant mixture; toss to mix well.
Why this Rotini with Ratatouille works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Rotini with Ratatouille that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Rotini with Ratatouille recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
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